Kind strangers thanked for role in rescue

Midland Mirror

MIDLAND – On Oct. 19, my car burst into flames in the parking lot of the Mountainview Mall. Without any regard for their personal safety, nearby citizens sprang into action.
I was pulled from the burning car and hustled to safety on the sidewalk close to Zellers. From that vantage point, I watched the arrival of the Midland fire truck, Midland police and the paramedics, all of whom performed their duties in a first-rate fashion.
John Desjardins, a complete stranger, stood by me the whole time, phone in hand, contacting the CAA, the insurance company and arranging a ride back to my home.
Michelle Cascagnette and Christine Taylor kept an eye on me – just in case I tumbled out of my walker. An off-duty nurse took my pulse and pronounced me good to go.
Rising from the walker, my clothing in disarray, I felt a hand hauling up my britches. Thank you, madam, whoever you are.
Those are just a few of the kind people who participated in my “rescue.” To all others, my heartfelt thanks.